by Nicolas White

March 27, 2015

This week, we reached a milestone that we’re pretty proud of—50,000 users are now part of the Tidal community. And more are joining everyday. Though the math isn’t out on the influence of those 50k, let’s just assume their total combined social followings equal—I don’t know—11 trillion people.

But all conservative estimates aside, our community features an array of pretty amazing creators, from up-and-coming fashionistas, to dedicated parents, to skilled journalists and videographers. The amount of talent contained within this digital community astounds us on a daily basis, so we’d like to give a major thank you to all the creative people who made this achievement possible. read more

by Matt Myers

March 11, 2015

Today we are thrilled to announce a whole new Tidal, built for the creator-first era. Tidal Marketplace is the industry’s first online marketplace that gives creators an opportunity to pitch their projects directly to brands and agencies.

Creators now have the opportunity to offer turnkey projects to brands for purchase. And brands get instant access to content projects from talented creators. It’s marketing reimagined through the authentic stories of creative individuals.

“Instead of being handed a brief to fulfill, I have the chance to present my ideas on what content will work best for my readers and really showcase my strengths. That means final projects that are much more organic, and, in turn, get way more eyeballs.”
-Jack Archer, leading men’s lifestyle writer and founder of Airows

by Aron Kressner

February 26, 2015

There are many reasons why Heineken’s net profits rose 11% this past year. So-called industry experts point to the World Cup and key investments in developing markets. It’s fair to assume that the World Cup was a tide that lifted all of the proverbial boats in the beer biz.

But I have a different opinion concerning Heineken’s recent surge in profit.

by Nicolas White

December 17, 2014

With the new year quickly approaching, all of us at Tidal plan on marking the next step in the creator-first era. In 2015, the building uproar of influencer voices will reach a fever pitch, finally drowning out the outdated “Mad Men” model of advertising. So hold on to your hats, folks, and join us in ringing in a new beginning. We’re about to make some noise.

by Nicolas White

December 12, 2014

As branded content gets more common (let’s face it, it works) it came as no surprise that the web was rife with interesting projects in 2014, particularly in the music space. This year saw campaigns from music industry disrupters like Spotify and Pandora, as well as newly reinvigorated brands like Sour Patch Kids. Here are the 5 standouts that nailed-it this year.

by Nicolas White

December 2, 2014

I
f you’ve stumbled here, you’re likely a creative thinker looking for reason through the blur, be it one of post-class, post-grad, or post-lunch. Not sure whether you qualify as a “creative?” Let’s test it out.

Have you ever felt institutionally wronged, or thrust into an undervalued role by modern capitalism? Do you continually fight the battle between creating your passionate ideas and living a life of normality? Did your parents give you that look of concern when you told them you’re starting a blog instead of taking that well-paying desk job?

If the answer to any of those questions was “yes,” then congratulations, you’re a full-blown creative… now what?

We think the scariest monster is the candy hangover we’re sure to have Saturday morning, so this week, we’re planning to get our healthy right with Lisa Lin’s Pumpkin Pie Yogurt Parfait from Athleta’s Chi Blog.

And Urban Bliss Life on Rakuten Essential brings you easy DIY crafts to decorate your house, haunted or otherwise, and proves once and for all that googly eyes make everything better.

The Kitchen Whisperer, of Epicurious Community Table, puts a sweet twist on a hearty fall classic with her Harvest Spice Butternut Maple Soup. Could this dish be any more autumnal?

BoozeMenus, on liquor.com’s DrinkWire, helped us celebrate National Liqueur Day with an assortment of seasonal tipples – and showed us where to find them, on the off chance we’re fresh out of Geijer Glögg.

And Racquel Natasha of FashionIndie showed us plaid flannels aren’t just for hipsters and lumberjacks. Or hipster lumberjacks, which are definitely a thing.

Stay warm out there, and check out Tidal’s communities for tips on what to eat, drink, and wear while leaf-peeping, apple-picking, and pumpkin-carving. Up next: Tidal’s creators show you how to make this Halloween the spooooookiest yet!

by Nicolas White

September 9, 2014

You already know Tidal Labs uses its platform and community to power the networks of some amazing brands. Now we use that same awesome network at live events to provide some great experiential marketing solutions!

Simon Malls, in collaboration with GQ, is using the influence, style and passion of the Tidal Blogger Networks for the Simon LOOKBOOK Live tour! Simon & GQ have selected two mens style bloggers to be on site at each of the LOOKBOOK Live Events. The Event Series will bring the program’s print and digital assets to 11 Simon centers across the U.S. This interactive trend showcase, hosted by style pros from Glamour and GQ, will offer personal one-on-one styling sessions, beauty how-to lessons, social media challenges and giveaways.

If you would like to check out some of these events, meet the professionals or interact with the bloggers check out one of the locations! All events are free and open to the public from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time (except for Houston’s Galleria, which takes place from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. local time):